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Arrival
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Departure

08:00 - 19:00
Guest Arrival & Registration, Welcome Package Distribution, Hotel Check-ins
19:00 - 21:00
Informal Networking Dinner

Informal Networking, Casual Meeting Discussion with Invited Guest

08:00 - 09:00
Arrival and Registration
09:00 - 10:00
Break Fast
10:00 - 10:05
Introduction of Guests and Invitation to the High Table
By MC Master of Ceremony
10:05 - 10:10
Opening Prayer and National Anthem
10:10 - 10:20
Opening Remarks by the Chairman of the Occasion
By Dr Yusuf Kofar Mata Hon. Commissioner Ministry Of Sci, Tech & Innovation, Kano.
10:20 - 10:25
Cultural Performance
10:25 - 10:40
Keynote Speech I
By Dr. Shamsuddeen Usman Former Minister of Finance

Building Economic Resilience in Nigeria - Integrating Financial inclusion, Food Security, Urban Transformation and Green Economy for Sustainable Growth
Food Security
Green Economy
Where
Coronation Hall, Government House, Kano
10:40 - 10:55
Keynote Speech II
By Dr. Aminu Maida
11:05 - 11:30
Brief Address By International Partners
By Dr. Russell Avre (Executive Director, ATIC) – USA , Stewart Craine (MD, Village Infrastructure Angels) – UK , Oluwadara Adekunle (CEO, Farmties Capital) – CANADA , Mabel Adaeze Nwanoujo (CEO & Co-Founder, Farmnet360) – UK , Barry Palte (Chairman, EQ Capital Partners) – AUSTRALIA
11:30 - 11:40
Official Address on Infrastructure Network For African Food (INAF)
By Convener, INAF Muhammad Bubayaro CEO Bunkasa Agritech Ltd.
11:40 - 11:50
Address by DG KASITDA
By Dr. Bashir Abdullahi Muzakkar Director General Kano State Information Technology Development Agency (KASITDA)

On Achievements and Kano Strategic Digital Transformation Road map
Where
Coronation Hall, Kano Government House
11:50 - 12:00
Address By the Royal Father, The Emir of Kano
By Malam Muhammadu Sanusi II Emir of Kano (Royal Father)
12:10 - 12:15
Unveiling & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of KASITDA’s Strategic Road Map and Action Plan (2025-2030)
By Sen. Kashim Shettima GCON Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Special Guest of Honor)

Convener, INAF Muhammad Bubayaro
Where
Convener, INAF Muhammad Bubayaro
12:15 - 12:35
Goodwill Messages / Speeches
Goodwill Messages / Speeches
- Sokoto State Governor
- Jigawa State Governor
- Minister of Communication & Digital Economy
- Minister of Agriculture
- Minister of Transportation
- DG, NITDA
- DG KanInvest
- EVC NASENI
- DG BOI
- President, Nigeria Computer Society
- Representative from JICA
- Representative from KOICA
- GIZ Representative
- President, Kano Chamber of Commerce (KACCIMA)
- Chairman Arewa Consultative Forum
- Chairman, Northern Nigeria Development Company Limited (NNDC)
- Representative Northwest Development Commission (NWDC)
- Founder and Group Chairman, RHG Management Support Advisory, University of Cambridge
- Alh Rabiu Isiyaku Rabiu – Chairman, IRS Group
- Vice Chancellor, Bayero University Kano
- Vice Chancellor, Northwest University Kano
- Vice Chancellor, Aliko Dangote University of Science & Tech, Kano
- Vice Chancellor, Cosmopolitan University Abuja
- Vice Chancellor, Azman University Kano
- Vice Chancellor, Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University (KHAIRUN)
- Representative, African Union
Where
Coronation Hall, Kano Government House
12:35 - 12:50
Chief Host Address: Official Opening of 2nd Digital Kano Conference
By Eng. Abba Kabir Yusuf Executive Governor Of Kano state (Chief Host)
12:50 - 1:00
Vote of Thanks
By Chairman Central Working Committee
13:00 - 13:40
Closing Prayer, Exhibition Tour, and Group photograph, Buffer, Extra Activities, Lunch Break and Zuhr Prayer
13:40 - 13:55
Framing Speech

Unlocking Regional Trade Corridors: Financing and Policy Pathways for Africa’s Food Infrastructure
Financial Inclusion
Food Security
Where
Coronation Hall, Kano Government House
13:55 - 14:35
Panel 1: Financing Agricultural Infrastructure for Growth
Focus: Exploring innovative financing strategies to scale agricultural infrastructure and drive sustainable growth.

Moderator: Rahmat Eyinfunjowo – Technical Assistant, Farmties Capital

Panelists:
- Tajuddeen Abubakar – Access to Finance Manager, Heifer Nigeria
- Mr. Chiaka Ugo-Access to Finance, HortiNigeria
- MD, Bank of Industry
- MD, Bank of Agriculture
- Executive Director, NADF
Food Security
Where
Coronation Hall, Government House, Kano
14:35 - 14:45
Reflections and Q & A
14:50 - 15:30
INTERLUDE
14:50 - 15:30
Panel 2: Policy & Advocacy for Agricultural Infrastructure Transformation
Panel 2: Policy & Advocacy for Agricultural Infrastructure Transformation

Focus: How to mobilize investment, financing instruments, and supportive policy for food/agriculture infrastructure

Moderator: Iliyasu Ishaq – Policy & Advocacy Director, INAF

Panelists:
- Jafar Umar – President, NABG
- Azeez A. Salawu – Founder & CEO, CAPS Africa
- Sani Danladi Yadakwari – President, NATPAN Kano
- Ranganathan V – Factory Manager, Dangote Tomatoes
- Gurmu, Mesay Yami – Project Coordinator, RethinkingFoodMarket, IITA
Food Security
Where
Coronation Hall, Government House, Kano
15:30 - 15:55
Pitch Exhibition: Guided exhibition and problem-solving discussions

Focus:
Where
Coronation Hall, Kano Government House
15:55 - 16:15
Tea Break and ASR Prayer
16:00 - 18:00
SIDE EVENTS/PARALLEL TRACK

Founders Roundtable Discussion (High-level closed-door dialogue for startup leaders & investors)
Supported by: Cascador
Participants: Startup leaders, Investors, Policy Makers and Ecosystem Enablers
Where
Coronation Hall, Kano Government House (ROOM A)
16:15 - 16:55
Panel 3: Technology & Innovation Infrastructure for Food Systems
Focus: Leveraging technology and innovation infrastructure to enhance efficiency, resilience, and sustainability in food systems.

Moderator: Ahmad Muhammad Ahmad – Founder/Managing Partner at Stradia Africa Limited

Panelists:
- Fatima Garba – Programme Coordinator North, Adam Smith International
- Luther Lawoyin – CEO, PricePally
- Tajudden Abbas – Co-founder, Extension Africa
- Aisha Rilwanu Sidi – CEO, Grab247Livestock
Food Security
Where
Coronation Hall, Government House, Kano
16:55 - 17:30
Panel 4: Building Agro-Infrastructure for Resilient Food Systems
Focus: Developing and scaling agro-infrastructure to strengthen food system resilience, enhance productivity, and adapt to climate and market challenges.

Moderator: Suliyat A. Idris – Strategic & Executive, Edunovative Concept

Panelists:
- Lekan Tobi – Country Manager, Heifer Nigeria
- Dr. Muhammad Naziru Halliru – MD, KanInvest
- Hussain – GM, Hollborn Nigeria Ltd
- Habiba Ali – MD, Sosai Renewable Energy
- Prof Lateef Sanni – Director, NSPRI
- Martins Musa – DELIVERNigeria/GAIN
Food Security
Where
Coronation Hall, Kano Government House
20:00 - 21:00
INAF meeting and Business Match Making

1:00 - 1:40
Lunch Break and Zuhr Prayer
1:40 - 2:20
Ladies’ Fireside Chat: The informal chat will highlight personal journeys, challenges, and lessons on breaking barriers in the tech, finance, agriculture, and creative sectors

Moderator: Aisha Abdullahi Bubah - Founder The Sunshine Series Participants - Aisha Tofa - Co Founder Startup Kano Center for Excellence - Dr. Saratu Yusuf Ilu - Academician and Enterprenuer - Maryam Muhammad - CEO Contrack Innovation Hub, Abuja - Maryam Abbas Abdulkadir Bichi - Founder Muinganta Digital Concept
10:00 - 10:10
Financial Inclusion and FinTech: Driving Inclusive Growth in
By Nigeria Representative from NCC Nigeria Representative from NCC or leading bank executive
10:10 - 10:50
The Future of Financial Inclusion in Northern Nigeria

Moderator: Etemore Glover (MBA) Panelists: - Bello Kano CEO Bell bank - Ahmad Sagir Koki Founder BigTech Agency - Muhammad Kabir CEO Zainpay - Mustapha Umar 3MTT coordinator
Where
Coronation Hall, Kano Government House
10:50 - 11:20
Startup Pitches - 5 Fintech startups showcase inclusive solutions
11:00 - 16:00
SIDE EVENTS/PARALLEL TRACK

Women in Innovation Forum: 11:00am – 1:00pm
Infrastructure Stakeholders Roundtable: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Lead Convener: IHS Tower
Where
Coronation Hall, Kano Government House (ROOM A)
11:00 - 1:00
Women in Innovation Forum
11:20 - 11:30
Digital Land Administration and the Future of Urban Development in Kano
By Hon. Abduljabbar Garko Hon Commissioner Ministry of Land and Physical Planning, Kano State
11:30 - 12:10
Smart cities: Infrastructure, Innovation and Policy for Kano and Northern Nigeria

Moderator: Dr Sadiq Sulaiman Abdullahi Panelists: - Commissioner of Land, AbdulJabbar Umar. - Khalipha Rabi'u CEO Construct shop - Engr. Khalil Sagir Koki CEO Forte GCC - Abubakar Sadiq Muhammad CEO Neelds realty
12:00 - 13:00
The Fourth Industrial Revolution
By Dr. Russell Avre (Executive Director, ATIC) – USA

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Financial Inclusion
Green Economy
Urban Development
Where
Hall 1, Building A
12:10 - 12:50
Public Policy forum - Inter Agency Collaboration in tackling Northern Nigeria’s Challenges in Financial Inclusion, Urban Digitization, Food Security, and the Digital Economy

Speakers: - Dr Habib Gajam DG ZITDA - DG JIGAWA - Naufal Ahmad DG KATDICT - Dr Muzakkar DG KASITDA - DG NASITDEA - DG BAUCHI - DG YOBE - DG ADAMAWA
Where
Coronation Hall, Kano Government House
16:00 - 18:00
The Startup Pitch Showcase
By , MC Master of Ceremony

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Financial Inclusion
Food Security
Green Economy
Urban Development
Where
Hall 1, Building A
2:00 - 4:00
Infrastructure Stakeholders Roundtable Lead Convener: IHS Tower
2:20 - 2:35
Innovating for Inclusion: Unlocking the Power of Green Tech, Gender Equity, and Capital for a Sustainable Future
By Dr. Dahir Hashim Hon. Commissioner Ministry of Environment & Climate Change, Kano
2:35 - 3:15
Dialogue 1: Climate Change & Green Economy

Focus: Exploring Pathways to a Climate-Resilient and Inclusive Green Economy: Innovation, Policy, and Investment for Sustainable Moderator: Abdulganiyyu DD Hub Speakers - Hon Dahir Hashim – Kano State Commissioner of Environment & Climate Change - Locally Led Development LLD -Representative - Dr. Haruna Manu Isah, Executive Director, Ecobalance Academy - Ahmad Idris – CEO EnovateLab
3:15 - 3:25
Reflections and Q & A
3:25 - 3:50
Startup Pitches - 5 Climate Tech and Green Tech startups showcase inclusive solutions
3:55 - 4:15
Tea Break and ASR Prayer
4:00 - 6:00
Blockchain Governance & Digital Trust for Africa - By Convexity Abuja
4:15 - 4:50
Role of Telecommunications Infrastructure in driving economic resilience and digital inclusion

Focus: Exploring how robust telecommunications infrastructure enables economic resilience and drives digital inclusion by expanding access to services, markets, and opportunities across underserved communities. Moderator: NASENI Representative Panelists - NCC Rep - Huawei Rep - NASENI Rep - HIS Towers Rep
4:50 - 5:30
Scaling Startups: Investor Readiness & Capital Raising

Locally Led Representative - Dr. Halima Abdulkadir, Technical Director, Training services and Networking, Ecobalance Academy
8:00 - 9:00
Arrival and Registration Continues
9:00 - 10:00
Break Fast

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Scheduled

Sessions

Arrival

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Departure

Guest Arrival & Registration, Welcome Package Distribution, Hotel Check-ins

Informal Networking Dinner

Arrival and Registration

Break Fast

Introduction of Guests and Invitation to the High Table

Opening Prayer and National Anthem

Opening Remarks by the Chairman of the Occasion

Cultural Performance

Keynote Speech I

Keynote Speech II

Brief Address By International Partners

Official Address on Infrastructure Network For African Food (INAF)

Address by DG KASITDA

Address By the Royal Father, The Emir of Kano

Unveiling & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of KASITDA’s Strategic Road Map and Action Plan (2025-2030)

Goodwill Messages / Speeches

Chief Host Address: Official Opening of 2nd Digital Kano Conference

Vote of Thanks

Closing Prayer, Exhibition Tour, and Group photograph, Buffer, Extra Activities, Lunch Break and Zuhr Prayer

Framing Speech

Panel 1: Financing Agricultural Infrastructure for Growth

Reflections and Q & A

INTERLUDE

Panel 2: Policy & Advocacy for Agricultural Infrastructure Transformation

Pitch Exhibition: Guided exhibition and problem-solving discussions

Tea Break and ASR Prayer

SIDE EVENTS/PARALLEL TRACK

Panel 3: Technology & Innovation Infrastructure for Food Systems

Panel 4: Building Agro-Infrastructure for Resilient Food Systems

INAF meeting and Business Match Making

Lunch Break and Zuhr Prayer

Ladies’ Fireside Chat: The informal chat will highlight personal journeys, challenges, and lessons on breaking barriers in the tech, finance, agriculture, and creative sectors

Financial Inclusion and FinTech: Driving Inclusive Growth in

The Future of Financial Inclusion in Northern Nigeria

Startup Pitches - 5 Fintech startups showcase inclusive solutions

SIDE EVENTS/PARALLEL TRACK

Women in Innovation Forum

Digital Land Administration and the Future of Urban Development in Kano

Smart cities: Infrastructure, Innovation and Policy for Kano and Northern Nigeria

The Fourth Industrial Revolution

Public Policy forum - Inter Agency Collaboration in tackling Northern Nigeria’s Challenges in Financial Inclusion, Urban Digitization, Food Security, and the Digital Economy

The Startup Pitch Showcase

Infrastructure Stakeholders Roundtable Lead Convener: IHS Tower

Innovating for Inclusion: Unlocking the Power of Green Tech, Gender Equity, and Capital for a Sustainable Future

Dialogue 1: Climate Change & Green Economy

Reflections and Q & A

Startup Pitches - 5 Climate Tech and Green Tech startups showcase inclusive solutions

Tea Break and ASR Prayer

Blockchain Governance & Digital Trust for Africa - By Convexity Abuja

Role of Telecommunications Infrastructure in driving economic resilience and digital inclusion

Scaling Startups: Investor Readiness & Capital Raising

Arrival and Registration Continues

Break Fast

Pan-African Youth Digital Lab – Hackathon Demos & Awards

Kano-China Innovation and Trade EXPO Innovation & Global Partnerships Expo

Communique Presentation, Vote of Thank Group Photograph & Media Briefing

Departure Day

Social Media

Gallery